Senior Network Engineer (Cloud and Automation) 113733
Reporting to the regional head of Networks, the Senior Network Engineer will play a key role within our experienced EMEA network team. Supporting our current and future business connectivity requirements, working with our network service providers and multiple cross-functional internal teams including Network Security, Cloud teams, and Advanced OPs to develop and manage scalable, secure, and resilient connectivity infrastructure. We are looking for someone with a passion for automation, enjoys problem-solving with diverse teams, and has a customer-first mindset.
Your role
As a Senior Network Engineer your main responsibilities will involve:
Collaborate with internal stakeholders to define requirements and design specifications for both traditional network and multi-cloud connectivity solutions for both business and network projects.
Review internal and external supplier proposals and quotations and perform technical validation of supplier solutions to ensure they align with company technology standards.
Actively seek opportunities for functional and process improvement via automation and adoption of cloud-native connectivity solutions.
Investigate and support troubleshooting efforts on internal and Cloud network technical issues.
Support governance and improvements in capacity, demand, release and lifecycle, change, and incident management activity from a Network perspective.
Provide guidance and recommendations on cloud and automation solutions to the Network team.
Document network environments, develop and deploy network policy documents.
Your Skills and Experience
As a Senior Network Engineer your skills and qualifications will ideally include:
Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Technology, or related field.
5+ years of experience in a network engineering role.
Excellent understanding of TCP/IP networking, IP routing, and core technologies such as TCP/IP, OSPF, BGP, MPLS, ACLs, IPSEC, DNS, etc.
Knowledge in WAN/LAN Network Architecture and Operations including Firewalls, Routers, and Switches.
Working knowledge of multi-cloud networking (AWS and Azure ideally) and connectivity deployments, including TransitGW and VirtualWan, native firewall, and Security groups technologies.
Scripting and API utilization experience (preferably Python, XSOAR, ServiceNow).
You use your skills to develop and implement enterprise-grade network infrastructure that is efficient, scalable, resilient, and secure in its design.
Experience of apps to cloud migrations and support of a hybrid environment of on-prem and Cloud infrastructure.
Experience in complex troubleshooting connectivity issues in both cloud and traditional network environments.
You have experience working within a geographically distributed IT team spread across multiple time zones.
You can work on your own initiative while also providing guidance and technical leadership in a group setting.
Primary work location is Barcelona, Poblenou. Please apply with your CV in English by clicking on the button 'Apply online'.
Who we are
Looking for a challenging and inspiring work environment where you can make a difference? At Zurich, millions of individuals and businesses place their trust in our products and services every day. Our 53,000 employees worldwide form the basis of our success, enabling businesses and communities to face a world of risk with confidence.
Diversity & Inclusion
At Zurich, we are an equal opportunity employer. We attract and retain the best qualified individuals available, without regard to race/ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, or disability.
So be challenged. Be inspired. Help us make a difference.
You are the heart & soul of Zurich!
At Zurich, we like to think outside the box and challenge the status quo. We take an optimistic approach by focusing on the positives and constantly asking 'What can go right?'
We highly value the experience and know-how of our employees and offer a wide range of opportunities across business areas to encourage you to apply for new opportunities within Zurich when you are ready for your next career step.
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